Couples Resorts vs Karisma weddings
Both chains have resorts in Jamaica. Every figure below is a count or range over the resorts that publish it; the resort pages have each one’s own list and source.
Where they differ
- Couples Resorts has the cheaper entry package: $450 against $1,100 at the cheapest Karisma resort.
- Karisma's free package covers more guests: up to 32, against 6.
| Couples Resorts | Karisma | |
|---|---|---|
| Resorts listed | 4 | 5 |
| Resorts with a free package | 4 of 4 | 5 of 5 |
| Most guests in a free package | 6 | 32 |
| Cheapest paid package | $450 | $1,100 |
| Median cheapest package | $450 | $1,100 |
| Outside vendor fee | not published | not published |
| Day pass for non-staying guests | $50 (4 of 4) | not published |
| Largest ceremony venue | 150 guests | not published |
| Adults-only resorts | 4 of 4 | 1 of 5 |
| Same-sex weddings stated | 0 of 4 | 0 of 5 |
Couples Resorts
How to get the free package
- Stay 3+ nights; covers the couple plus 4 guests; beach or garden ceremony (4 resorts)
Resorts, cheapest package first
Karisma
How to get the free package
- Book 7+ rooms, each for at least 3 nights, through Karisma Groups (contract) or a tour operator; ceremonies any day (4 resorts)
- Can be complimentary, but the resort does not publish how to qualify (1 resort)
Resorts, cheapest package first
- Azul Beach Resort Negril by Karisma$1,100
- Margaritaville Island Reserve Riviera Cancun by Karisma$1,100
- Margaritaville Island Reserve Riviera Maya by Karisma - Adults Only$1,100
- Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana$1,100
- Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya - Gourmet All Inclusive by Karisma$1,399